HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -Handwashing is especially important during some key times when germs can spread easily: Before, during, and after preparing any food. After handling uncooked meat, chicken or other poultry, seafood, flour, or eggs. Before and after using gloves to prevent germs from spreading to your food and your hands.

Detailed explanation-2: -A large percentage of foodborne disease outbreaks are spread by contaminated hands. Handwashing can reduce the risk of foodborne illness and other infections. Handwashing can reduce the risk of respiratory illnesses, like colds, in the general population by 16–21%.

Detailed explanation-3: -Follow Five Steps to Wash Your Hands the Right Way Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.

Detailed explanation-4: -Germs from unwashed hands can be transferred to other objects, like handrails, table tops, or toys, and then transferred to another person’s hands. Removing germs through handwashing therefore helps prevent diarrhea and respiratory infections and may even help prevent skin and eye infections.